2. A HEAD FOR HEIGHTS
Novum is an international , full service, design build
contractor. Our Facilities Management Division provides
specialised, professional rope access to facilitate
managers and the construction industry.
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3. MAINTENANCE + REPAIR
Our skilled and highly trained technicians carry out comprehensive
inspection, maintenance and repair service on projects of all sizes
and in virtually any location.
Cleaning
Our teams work at heights and in complex
situations. Both manual and pressure methods are
used, and surrounding areas are carefully protected.
The compatibility of cleaning agents is checked with
adjacent materials.
Inspection + Survey
Novum performs inspections and surveys. We can
provide full reports, electronic photography, requested
dimensional information and insurance documenta-
tion. We can offer remedial advice and, on construction
sites where access is tough, we deliver survey data.
Maintenance + Repair
After analysis of field reports and determination of
remedial actions and scope, Novum performs all
necessary maintenance to both structure and
enclosure. We supply tools and manpower to execute
the work, complete with professional method
Maintenance Contracts
Timely routine preventative action reduces future
repair cost. Where facility managers seek ongoing
professional services, Novum offers competitively
priced long-term contracts for scheduling inspec-
tions and repairs.
Architecturally Membrane Services
As an industry leader in architectural membranes,
Novum provides unique inspection, maintenance and
repair services. Where field repair is impractical, our
manufacturing facility rapidly delivers replacements.
For single layer PTFE or PVC membranes, we can
perform re-tensioning and make fabrics and clamp
line alterations to cure waves and wrinkles. For air-
filled ETFE pillows, we maintain or repair pumps,
pipelines, blowers and dehumidifiers. Additionally,
we can field-repair tears, seam blowouts and bird
damage. ETFE wrinkling can be eliminated by the
most skilled technicians.
4. HIGHLY EXPERIENCED
Our team offers a wealth of knowledge and full
certification in rope access, rigging and lifting. Utilize
our extensive experience of how to engineer and build
structures and enclosures.
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5. MAINTENANCE + REPAIR
Our skilled and highly trained technicians carry out comprehensive
inspection, maintenance and repair service on projects of all sizes
and in virtually any location.
Bird Deterrent Systems
Novum Facilities Management can offer a supply and
installation service of the following items:
Bird Spikes
Bird spikes are an anti-perch device used to protect
linear surfaces including ridge tiles, parapets, ledges
and gutters. The spikes can be installed using
adhesives or can be nailed or screwed to the required
surface.
Bird Netting
Netting is available in a number of different mesh sizes
all in standard UV stabilised high density polyethylene.
Netting can be installed using various fixings,
perimeter and straining products in either galvanised
steel or stainless steel and is designed to be fitted to
masonry, structural steel, sheet metal cladding and
timber.
Bird Scarers / Repellers
Allowing birds to hear their own species-specific
distress call, causes it to flee to the environment
beyond the audible range of the distress call. These
can be installed indoors, outdoors, as a stand-alone
system or as part of an overall bird control
programme. Ultrasonic bird repellers involves the use
of high frequency sound waves. These can be used
where silent operation is essential. Laser bird
repellents frightens birds away using laser power but
does not affect alarms. Visual deterrents can be used
as an effective stand alone deterrent or as a supporting
Ultrasonic bird repellers involves the use of high
frequency sound waves. These can be used where
silent operation is essential. Laser bird repellents
frightens birds away using laser power but does not
affect alarms. Visual deterrents can be used as an
effective stand alone deterrent or as a supporting
product.
Laser bird repellents frightens birds away using
laser power but does not affect alarms. Visual
deterrents can be used as an effective stand alone
deterrent or as a supporting product.
Shading Systems
Novum Facilities Management can offer a design,
manufacture and installation service of the following
items:
ETFE Foil Single Layer Overwrap
Novum can incorporate a single 100µm White ETFE
Foil over layer to existing ETFE AFP installations to
assist with the reduction of solar heat gain.
Internal Kites
Internal kites individually designed for the specific
projects using Mermet Satine 5500 PVC Coated Fibre
Fabric c/w steel frames or Ferrari Fabric c/w steel
tube frames in various colours suited to the
individual project.
External Kites
PVC Membrane Structures c/w stainless steel cables
can be designed for specific external areas.
6. SAFETY + SCHEDULE
Novum understands our clients need on time
performance. Safety is our prime operational
requirement. We operate safely, on schedule and
competitively.
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7. INDUSTRIAL ROPE ACCESS
Rope Access Methods have been shown to provide considerable
cost, schedule and safety benefits when compared to conventional
access techniques such as hydraulic platforms or scaffolding.
Novum Facilities Management is
staffed with flexible, skilled and
efficient teams with extensive
experience
Rope access is the modern approach for reaching
difficult work areas and is internationally recognized as
a valid and safe alternative to traditional means. The
method involves accessing areas with rope systems
suspended from fixed, rigid structures. The techniques
and process create minimal disruption to clients and
the environment. Novum has built an excellent
reputation based on knowledge, quality, reliability,
speed and above all, safety.
Why use Novum Rope Access?
• A safer and quicker alternative
• Cost effective
• Improved ability to reach difficult areas
• Fast mobilisation at short notice
• Minimal disruption to facilities and other
trades
• Limited points of contact reduces damage to
buildings
• No power machinery or scaffold involved
• Environmentally friendly
• Applicable to both historic buildings and new
construction
• Maintenance contracts are available
• Experience, reputation and reliability
9. SPECIALITY INSTALLATION
We have successfully built hundreds of complex architectural structures and
enclosures throughout the world. Architectural steel, space frames, cables,
glass and membranes are our core specialities.
Consultancy
We offer assistance with method statements, risk
assessments, pre-construction planning, installation
analysis and more.
Design Assessment
Novum’s experienced in-house engineering staff are
available to address structural and functional issues
related to all types of architectural enclosures. Rain
water management, guttering and leakage are issues
we routinely address. In the field of membranes, we
offer unique advice on construction issues related to
profiles corner plates, anchor points and cables.
Full Service Installation
Novum Facilities Management tenders for speciality
construction projects worldwide. Coupling our global
experience with a keen recognition for schedule
compliance, we execute the construction of complex
projects safely and efficiently. If full design, supply
and build services are required, our parent
organisation, Novum Structures can satisfy nearly
any client need.
Installation Supervision
Novum Facilities Management personnel can also be
hired as on site Supervisors or Superintendents to
represent your company while projects are under
construction and to manage field crews. If desired,
we can offer training to your staff before and during
installation.
Quality Assurance
Internationally, we are well versed in safety rules
and compliance. Installation teams typically adhere
to the safety requirements as governed by the UK
Health & Safety Executive or the US OSHA
Standards. UK method statements and risk
assessments are generated in-house under the
scrutiny of our Nebosh Qualified Independent
Company Safety Consultant. Safety is our top
priority.
10. Novum Facilities Management
delivers the following services:
Speciality Installation
• Rigging and lifting
• Steelwork and spaceframes
• Architectural membranes of ETFE, PTFE and PVC
• Glazing
• Code compliant field welding
• Air conditioning and HVAC
• Electrical, cable trays, CCTV, lights, etc.
• Bird netting and deterrents
• Satellite dishes
• Signs and banners
• Lightening conductors
Inspection
• NDT, MPI, sonic testing and corrosion inspection
• Paint inspection
• Bridge inspection
• CCTV and satellite dish alignment
For more information, visit
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Maintenance + Repair
• Rapid response and 24 hour service
• Membrane maintenance, replacement and
cleaning of ETFE, PTFE and PVC
• Building repairs and washing
• Window maintenance and cleaning
• Sealant replacement
• Gutter cleaning and repair
• Vegetation growth removal
• Bulk bin cleaning
• Decommissioning, demolition, dismantling and
decontamination
• Service contracts
Novum Structures UK Ltd
14 Hopper Way
Diss Business Park, Diss
Norfolk
IP22 4GT
T +44 (0) 1379 640040